SpaceX

Overview

SpaceX is developing technologies to enable human life on Mars, and the Propulsion Technician (Starship) role involves building and testing propulsion assemblies for maximum reliability in extreme environments.

Responsibilities

• Deliver state-of-the-art, high-quality propulsion.
• Collaborate with engineering and leadership to achieve component delivery rate in a reliable manner.
• Set the standard for a rigorous and efficient technician team by operating with high efficiency and utilization across a broad mix of products.
• Perform work according to procedures, specifications and work/test instructions, and communicate daily work completion to report to leadership.
• Execute daily precision manufacturing tasks, including assembling and fitting subassemblies for fluid systems.
• Conduct proof pressure testing on assemblies and hi-pot electrical testing for insulation integrity.
• Troubleshoot failure modes and collaborate with design, tooling, quality, and engineering teams to resolve technical issues.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
• 1+ years of experience working in a manufacturing/assembly, welding, or testing role OR completion from a relevant trade school.
• 3+ years of aerospace component testing experience preferred.
• Trained in assembly or testing of propulsion, aviation or aerospace hardware.
• High pressure testing knowledge.
• High voltage testing knowledge.
• A&P license preferred.
• Experience and knowledge operating brazement furnace.
• Experience working with thin-walled tubing.
• Experience working with Inconel, titanium, aluminum, nickel, and stainless steel.
• Knowledge of orbital tube welding (OTW).
• Lean manufacturing (5S) knowledge and experience.
• High attention to detail for safety and accuracy of testing procedures.
• Experience with pressure/temperature/flow measurement devices and mechanical/electrical systems.
• Strong mathematical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Basic computer experience.
• Ability to effectively communicate with engineering and production teams at all levels.
• Ability to work autonomously or as part of a team.

Benefits

• 401k
• Health Insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• PTO

Additional Information

• Must be able to travel to other sites if needed.
• Must be able to lift 50lbs assisted and stand for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to work first shift (~4:00am – ~2:30PM) or second shift (~2:30PM – ~1:00AM).
• Must be able to support overtime and weekend work requests.